Newcastle manager Rafael Benitez watches his side take on Wolves on February 11, 2019
Rafael Benitez urges Newcastle to spend in order to reach top half
The Spaniard has fired a warning shot across the club's bows.
Apr 20, 21:25
Newcastle manager Rafael Benitez watches his side take on Wolves on February 11, 2019
Rafael Benitez hints at Newcastle exit with desire to return to Champions League
The Newcastle boss' contract is up in June and an extension seems no closer to being signed.
Apr 19, 23:14
Newcastle manager Rafael Benitez watches his side take on Wolves on February 11, 2019
Rafael Benitez: 'Newcastle need one more win to be safe'
The Magpies could be mathematically safe this weekend.
Apr 19, 10:20
Eden Hazard in full-on action for Chelsea on April 8, 2019
Friday Papers: Eden Hazard, Rafael Benitez, Scott Arfield
Is a Real Madrid deal with Eden Hazard on the horizon?
Apr 19, 07:25
General view of Newcastle United's St James' Park taken April 2018
Newcastle United MD promises 'sustainable' spending
Promotion back to the Premier League has restored the club's off-field fortunes.
Apr 18, 17:01
Florian Lejeune stretchered off for Newcastle on April 6, 2019
Rafael Benitez hopeful over Florian Lejeune recovery
Frenchman expected to be out until October.
Apr 18, 14:08
Ayoze Perez celebrates scoring for Newcastle United on March 9, 2019
Ayoze Perez insists Newcastle now safe in Premier League
The Magpies moved onto 38 points with their win over Leicester.
Apr 13, 21:42
Newcastle manager Rafael Benitez watches his side take on Wolves on February 11, 2019
Rafael Benitez reveals new Newcastle United contract is "closer"
Newcastle are 10 points clear of the Premier League relegation zone.
Apr 13, 05:15
Newcastle manager Rafael Benitez watches his side take on Wolves on February 11, 2019
Rafael Benitez "waiting" on talks over new Newcastle United contract
Benitez has acknowledged there is an air of uncertainly around St James's Park.
Apr 11, 16:46
Luka Milivojevic celebrates scoring for Crystal Palace on April 6, 2019
Roy Hodgson hails Luka Milivojevic's "technique" and "mental strength"
The Eagles skipper struck with nine minutes remaining at St James' Park.
Apr 6, 17:45
Newcastle manager Rafael Benitez watches his side take on Wolves on February 11, 2019
Rafael Benitez keen to sign new Newcastle contract
The 58-year-old Spaniard's existing deal is due to expire at the end of the season.
Apr 5, 16:06
Unai Emery in charge of Arsenal on March 14, 2019
Premier League: Five talking points ahead of the weekend's action
Everton welcome Champions League hopefuls Arsenal to Goodison Park on Sunday.
Apr 5, 11:19
Unai Emery in charge of Arsenal on March 14, 2019
Unai Emery: 'Still very tough for Arsenal to finish in top four'
The Gunners are above Tottenham for the first time this season.
Apr 1, 22:52
Aaron Ramsey celebrates after opening the scoring in Arsenal's Premier League clash with Newcastle United on April 1, 2019
Live Commentary: Arsenal 2-0 Newcastle United - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Arsenal's 2-0 victory over Newcastle as the Gunners moved into third with their 10th straight home league win.
Apr 1, 18:55
Unai Emery in charge of Arsenal on March 14, 2019
Arsenal boss Unai Emery heaps praise on Rafael Benitez
The Gunners are on a run of nine successive Premier League wins at the Emirates Stadium stretching back to December 2.
Apr 1, 06:11
Newcastle United's Miguel Almiron pictured on February 23, 2019
Rafael Benitez defends Miguel Almiron over lack of goals
The Paraguay international is still awaiting his first for the Magpies.
Apr 1, 06:00
Matt Ritchie celebrates scoring for Newcastle United on March 16, 2019
Report: Matt Ritchie seeking Newcastle United exit
Newcastle United midfielder Matt Ritchie will attempt to leave St James' Park in the summer, with a bid of around £10m likely to be enough to prise him away.
Mar 31, 12:52
Newcastle manager Rafael Benitez watches his side take on Wolves on February 11, 2019
Rafael Benitez hoping for top-ten finish
The Magpies have collected 35 points from their first 31 games.
Mar 31, 09:48
Alexandre Lacazette and Federico Fernandez in action during the Premier League game between Newcastle United and Arsenal on September 15, 2018
Preview:Arsenal vs. Newcastle United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's Premier League clash between Arsenal and Newcastle United, including predictions, team news and head-to-head records.
Mar 30, 12:25
Newcastle manager Rafael Benitez watches his side take on Wolves on February 11, 2019
Rafael Benitez: 'Newcastle not safe yet'
Newcastle have lost just once in six games.
Mar 30, 11:55
Ayoze Perez celebrates scoring for Newcastle United on March 9, 2019
Rafael Benitez unconcerned about potential Ayoze Perez exit
The Spanish striker has seven Premier League goals to his name so far this season.
Mar 30, 01:22
Salomon Rondon in action for Newcastle United on December 5, 2018
Rafael Benitez tells Salomon Rondon to "keep scoring" to secure future
The Venezuela international has scored 10 goals for the Magpies.
Mar 29, 16:12
Newcastle manager Rafael Benitez watches his side take on Wolves on February 11, 2019
Rafael Benitez being targeted by Chinese club Guangzhou Evergrande?
Newcastle United manager Rafael Benitez is a rumoured target for Guangzhou Evergrande, who are looking to replace Fabio Cannavaro.
Mar 29, 09:39
Dirk Kuyt for Liverpool
Top 10 Liverpool strikers of the Premier League era - #7
Sports Mole's countdown of the top 10 greatest Liverpool strikers from the Premier League era continues with number seven - Dirk Kuyt.
Mar 20, 11:13
Manchester United midfielder Andreas Pereira celebrates scoring on March 2, 2019
Football rumours from the media
Andreas Pereira, Denis Suarez and Mason Mount feature among Tuesday's back-page speculation.
Mar 19, 06:32
Newcastle manager Rafael Benitez watches his side take on Wolves on February 11, 2019
Benitez thinks one more win will make Newcastle safe from drop
The Magpies are seven points above the bottom three.
Mar 17, 10:00
Newcastle manager Rafael Benitez watches his side take on Wolves on February 11, 2019
Newcastle boss Rafael Benitez hits out at Mike Dean's poor decisions
Matt Ritchie salvaged a point for the Magpies with a late leveller.
Mar 16, 19:19
Newcastle United players celebrate Isaac Hayden's goal against Wolverhampton Wanderers on February 11, 2019
Rafael Benitez not giving up on keeping Isaac Hayden
Rafael Benitez believes that Isaac Hayden can be persuaded to stay at Newcastle United, despite the midfielder handing in a transfer request last year.
Mar 16, 13:18
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp on February 27, 2019
5 talking points ahead of this weekend's Premier League fixtures
Liverpool are bidding to return to the Premier League summit.
Mar 15, 17:55
Newcastle manager Rafael Benitez watches his side take on Wolves on February 11, 2019
Benitez urges Newcastle to banish relegation fears with victory at Bournemouth
A win would take the Magpies to within a point of their manager's target for the season.
Mar 15, 15:03
Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba celebrates scoring the opening goal against Fulham on February 9, 2019
Football rumours from the media
Paul Pogba looks poised to commit his future to Manchester United, reports say.
Mar 14, 06:33
Fabian Schar celebrates scoring for Newcastle United on January 19, 2019
Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur 'to battle for Fabian Schar'
Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur prepare to battle for Newcastle United centre-back Fabian Schar, according to a report.
Mar 10, 09:45
A frustrated Marco Silva in charge of Everton on March 9, 2019
Silva furious as Newcastle hit back to sink Everton
Ayoze Perez struck twice at the death to snatch a priceless win for the Magpies.
Mar 9, 18:49
Newcastle manager Rafael Benitez watches his side take on Wolves on February 11, 2019
Benitez: Newcastle experience has made me a better manager
The Spaniard admits as he approaches three years in charge that it would be difficult to leave St James' Park.
Mar 8, 22:30
Sean Longstaff in action for Newcastle United on July 24, 2018
Newcastle midfielder Sean Longstaff's season could be over - Rafael Benitez
The 21-year-old has played a key role for the Magpies in recent weeks.
Mar 8, 15:29
Sean Longstaff in action for Newcastle United on July 24, 2018
Newcastle midfielder Longstaff to consult specialist over knee problem
The 21-year-old was hurt at West Ham on Saturday.
Mar 6, 10:10
Olivier Giroud and Ross Barkley celebrate Chelsea's opening goal against Malmo in the Europa League on February 14, 2019.
Preview:Chelsea vs. Dynamo Kiev - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of Thursday's Europa League last-16 first leg between Chelsea and Dynamo Kiev.
Mar 5, 16:51
Mike Ashley pictured in June 2016
Newcastle remain up for sale despite Ashley calling time on current talks
The Magpies' owner put the club up for sale on October 2017.
Mar 4, 13:33
Jonjo Shelvey in action for Newcastle United during pre-season on July 26, 2018
West Ham United 'to sign Jonjo Shelvey this summer'
West Ham United will sign Jonjo Shelvey from Newcastle United this summer, according to a report.
Mar 3, 19:35
Declan Rice celebrates scoring for West Ham United against Newcastle United on March 2, 2019
Pellegrini praises Rice after youngster leads way in win over Newcastle
The 20-year-old opened the scoring and impressed with his all-round game.
Mar 2, 20:44
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